Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
medalhão
Noun
/ˌmeð.əˈlaʊ/
Definition
A type of medal, typically larger and thicker than a standard coin or medal, often used as an award or a decorative piece.
Examples
- The medalhão was awarded to the athlete for his remarkable achievements in sports.
- At the restaurant, I ordered a delicious medalhão of beef, perfectly cooked.
Meaning
In Portuguese, ‘medalhão’ can refer to a large medal or medallion used to commemorate an event or achievement, or it can denote a cut of meat, notably a thick cut from the loin or tenderloin.
Synonyms
- medallion
- award
- decoration
- commendation